Theory and Practice of Diplomacy- I

Paper Code: 
MIR 123
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Learning Objectives:The main goal is to understand the theoretical and practical aspects of diplomacy which acts as the main carrier of the national interest of one country to another. This course also deals with diplomatic agents and transactions at length for better understanding

The  objectives of this course are to:

  • build an understanding of the complex historical development of modern diplomatic practice;
  •  cultivate a sophisticated understanding of the employment of diplomacy in contemporary international relations; and
  • familiarise students with the activities of a modern diplomat within a wider historical and theoretical context.

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Learning and teaching strategies

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MIR 123

Theory and Practice of Diplomacy- I

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

CO9:   demonstrate a systematic insight into the formal and informal exercise of power through diplomacy and diplomatic relations .

CO10:   apply diplomatic methods that are currently employed in negotiations by both state and non-state actors

CO11:    apply professional presentation skills in related fields.

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Power Point Presentation

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks.

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Unit- I

Diplomacy in International relations: definition; objectives; features, scope in 21st century

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Unit- II

Historical evolution of Diplomacy: contribution of Greeks, Romans and French; Indian School of diplomacy

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Unit- III

Types of diplomacy: democratic diplomacy; summit diplomacy; conference diplomacy; various Tracks of diplomacy

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Unit- IV

Diplomatic Agents-qualities; functions; Classes, Privileges and Immunities

12.00
Unit V: 
Unit- V

Diplomatic transactions- Treaties and their different aspects-Concordat, additional articles, final act, ratification; accession; reservation and termination

 

Essential Readings: 

Essential Readings:

  • Kaul, T.N. (2016). Diplomacy in Peace and War: Recollections and Reflections. New Delhi: Gyan publishing House
  • Berridge, G. R.(2015) Diplomacy Theory and Practice. London: Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Holmes, A.andRofe, J.S. (2015). Global Diplomacy: Theories, Types, and Models. Colorado: Westview Press.

 

References: 

Reference Books:

  • Heatly, D.P. (2018). Diplomacy and the Study of International Relations. Victoria, Australia: Trieste Publishing.
  • Berridge, G.R., Keens-Soper,H.M.A. and Thomas G. O.(2011). Diplomatic Theory from Machiavelli to Kissinger. London: Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Bjola, C.andKornprobst, M. (2013). Understanding International Diplomacy: Theory, Practice and Ethics. London: Routledge.
  • Kerr, P. and Wiseman, G. (2013). Diplomacy in a Globalizing World: Theories and Practices. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
  • Hamilton, K. and Langhorne, R.(2010). The Practice of Diplomacy: Its Evolution, Theory and Administration . London: Routledge.
  • Sharp, P. (2012). Diplomatic Theory of International Relations. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
  • Bjola, C.and Holmes, M. (2015). Digital Diplomacy: Theory and Practice. London: Routledge.
  • Jones, P. (2015). Track Two Diplomacy in Theory and Practice.Palo Alto, California: Stanford University Press.
  • Steiner, B.H.(2018). Diplomatic Theory: A Focused Comparison Approach. Maryland: Rowman& Littlefield Publishers.
  • Yang, J. (2013). China's Diplomacy: Theory and Practice. New Jersey: World Century Publishing Corporation.
  • Jönsson, C. and Hall, M. (2005). Essence of Diplomacy. London: Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Satow, E.M. (2015). A Guide to Diplomatic Practice .Australia: Andesite Press.
  •  Nye, J.S. "Public diplomacy and Soft Power", The ANNALS of the American Academy of Political and Social Science 2002, 616, March 2008.
  • Bull, H. (2012). The Anarchical Society: A Study of Order in World Politics, New York: Columbia University Press.
  • Sharp, P. "For Diplomacy: Representation and the Study of International Relations”, International Studies Review, Vol.l, No.1 .1999, pp. 33-57.

 

Academic Year: 
2020-21
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